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Maw-Maw's Cheer Ministries is all about providing for the needs of children in Rutherford County and Western North Carolina. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, back-to-school supplies, every day needs, and toys at the Christmas season are all facets of the ministry. But much more than giving a gift, clothes or food, this nonprofit organization is also about building confidence in the lives of children in Rutherford County and Western North Carolina from ages birth to 17.

David Bruce "Nubby" Blankenship, 82, of Rutherfordton, NC, passed away July 9, 20

Frances Juanita Harmon Gurley, age 95 of Charlotte, NC went to her Heavenly home Wednesday, July 2, 2025.

Fred Lee Poole II, age 65, of Forest City, passed away July 9, 2025.

Howard "Howie" Douglas Fullard, 39, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025.

Jim Cole, age 84, of Forest City, passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2025.

John David Self, 55, passed away Saturday, July 05, 2025.

Judy Bradley Cox, age 70, of Rutherfordton, passed away Tuesday, July 8, 2025.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Martha Joanne (Jo) Wells, 82, who died Sunday, June 22, 2025.

Martha Norville Elmore, age 85 of Forest City died Friday, July 11, 2025.

Peggy Jean Hardin, age 65, of Bostic, passed away Monday, July 7, 2025.

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Peggy Lou Ortiz, 61, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who passed away July 3, 2025.

Wilda Smith Luckadoo, age 86, of the Green Creek Community, was reunited with her husband John and other loved ones, Sunday, July 13, 2025.